Cheap flights from San Jose to Richmond (SJC - RIC) from $90

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/19. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
SJC — RIC
Sep 25 — Oct 21

The best prices from San Jose to Richmond Byrd Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

How to find the cheapest flight from San Jose (SJC) to Richmond (RIC)

All the information you need to plan the best SJC to RIC flight in 2023: compare San Jose to Richmond flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Richmond.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$278

One-way from

$181
High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 51% potential price drop
From San Jose to Richmond Byrd Intl
One-way flight from San Jose to Richmond Byrd Intl

SJC - RIC

Price

$278 - $474

RIC

Temperature

37.4 - 78.8 °F

RIC

Rainfall

2.8 - 4.7 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia?

Users have found that leaving on a Sunday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 71% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 50 days in advance, which can save you up to 11% on flights from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 50 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $593. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $593.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Richmond, Virginia from San Jose. Users have commonly found prices around $560 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $270. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia (SJC - RIC)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia as you normally would.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from San Jose to Richmond

Consider these cheap Spirit Airlines flights we've found departing from San Jose to Richmond. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.

Cheap American Airlines flights from San Jose to Richmond

Some of the lowest-priced American Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from San Jose to Richmond. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.

Cheap San Jose to Richmond flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for SJC to RIC flights for September, October
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San Jose to Richmond 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Richmond from San Jose found for this year
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One-way flights to Richmond from San Jose

The cheapest one-way flights from San Jose to Richmond
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Wed 10/4

1 stop16h 55m

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2 stops10h 27m

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San Jose

Wed 10/4

1 stop16h 55m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/11

1 stop20h 57m

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San Jose

Wed 10/4

1 stop16h 55m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/11

3 stops26h 01m

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San Jose

Wed 10/18

1 stop19h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/25

1 stop7h 34m

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San Jose

Tue 10/3

2 stops16h 36m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/10

1 stop20h 57m

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San Jose

Sat 10/14

3 stops16h 48m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 10/24

3 stops31h 17m

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San Jose

Wed 12/13

2 stops11h 24m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/13

1 stop10h 10m

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San Jose

Wed 12/13

1 stop7h 24m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/13

1 stop9h 19m

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San Jose

Tue 10/17

2 stops12h 06m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 10/18

1 stop8h 23m

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Deals found on 9/19

Reviews of airlines servicing Richmond

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to Richmond, such as Spirit Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The outlet at my seat did not work so I was not able to enjoy the in flight entertainment because my phone was dying.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The outlet at my seat did not work so I was not able to enjoy the in flight entertainment because my phone was dying.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,015 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The outlet at my seat did not work so I was not able to enjoy the in flight entertainment because my phone was dying.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The outlet at my seat did not work so I was not able to enjoy the in flight entertainment because my phone was dying.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The outlet at my seat did not work so I was not able to enjoy the in flight entertainment because my phone was dying.

JetBlue
7.2
Good
781 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The outlet at my seat did not work so I was not able to enjoy the in flight entertainment because my phone was dying.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about San Jose to Richmond flights.

Can I find flights from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $173, but on average you can expect to pay $216.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia for under $400?

There are currently 10+ open flights from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia within the next 7 days for less than $400.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia round-trip?

Currently priced at $173, Spirit Airlines will fly you from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $311 and $313, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 69% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia one-way?

$90 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and American Airlines, with prices starting from $128 and $191, respectively.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Jose to Richmond, Virginia?

What does SJC to RIC mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a San Jose Airport to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SJC to RIC flight.

Alternative routes for San Jose to Richmond

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Top 5 airlines flying from San Jose to Richmond

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from San Jose to Richmond choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$227Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest$242Average$553FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$243Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapest$269Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$285Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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